Samsung SP-L201, SP-L221, SP-L251, BP59-00134G-01 User Manual
SP-L201 SP-L221 SP-L251
LCD Projector
Owner’s Instructions
The color and the appearance may differ depending on the
product, and the specifications are subject to change
without prior notice to improve the performance.
Table Of Contents
MAJOR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Before You Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Installing the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Leveling with Adjustable Feet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Zoom and Focus Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Screen Size and Projection Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Lamp Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Rear Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Setting up the PC Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Supported Display Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Connecting the Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Connecting with a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Connecting a PC using an HDMI/DVI cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Connecting an External Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Connecting an HDMI-Compatible Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Connecting an AV device using a D-Sub cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Connecting an AV device with component output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Connecting using a Video/S-Video cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Connecting an External Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Kensington Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
USING
Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Front, Upper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
LED Indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Using the Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display) . . . . 3-5
TROUBLESHOOTING
Before Requesting Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
MORE INFORMATION
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
RS-232C Command Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Correct Disposal - Europe only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
1 Major Safety Precautions
1-1 Before You Start
Icons used in this manual
ICON NAME MEANING
Caution Indicates cases where the function may not work or the setting may be canceled.
Note Indicates a hint or tip to operate a function.
Using this Manual
• Make yourself fully aware of the safety precautions before using this product.
• If a problem occurs, refer to the 'Troubleshooting' section.
Copyright Notice
The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice for performance improvement.
Copyright © 2009 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
The copyright of this manual is reserved by Samsung Electronics, Co., Ltd.
The contents of this manual may not be partially or in whole reproduced, distributed or used in any form without the written
permission of Samsung Electronics, Co., Ltd.
1-2 Care and Maintenance
Cleaning the Surface and the Lens
Clean the projector using a soft dry cloth.
• Avoid cleaning the product with a flammable substance such as
benzene or thinner.
• Avoid scratching the lense with your fingernails or a sharp
object.
This may result in scratches or damage to the product.
• Avoid cleaning the product with a wet cloth or by directly
spraying water onto the product.
If water enters the product, it may result in fire, electric shock, or
a problem with the product.
• A white stain may appear on the surface of the projector if water
gets on it.
The appearance and the color may differ depending on
models.
Cleaning Inside the Projector
For cleaning the interior of the projector, contact a Service Center.
• Contact a Service Center if dust or other substances are inside
the projector.
1-3 Safety Precautions
Icons used for safety precautions
ICON NAME MEANING
Warning
Caution
Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign may result in a serious injury or even
a fatality.
Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign may result in a personal injury or
property damage.
Meaning of Signs
Do not perform. Must be followed.
Do not disassemble.
Do not touch. Must be grounded to prevent electric shock.
The power plug must be unplugged from the
wall outlet.
Power Related
The following images are for your reference and may differ depending on models and countries.
Warning
Plug the power plug in firmly.
• Otherwise, it may result in fire.
Avoid using a damaged power cord or plug
or a loose power outlet.
• Otherwise, it may result in electric
shock or fire.
Avoid plugging in or unplugging the power
supply with wet hands.
• Otherwise, it may result in electric
shock.
Make sure to connect the power cord to a
grounded wall outlet (for insulation class 1
equipment only).
Avoid connecting multiple electric appliances to a single wall outlet.
• Otherwise, it may result in fire due to
overheating of the wall outlet.
Avoid bending or twisting the power cord
excessively and avoid placing heavy
objects on the cord.
• Otherwise, it may result in electric
shock or fire due to a damaged power
cord.
To move the product, turn the power off
and unplug the power cord and any other
wires connected to the product.
• Otherwise, it may result in electric
shock or fire due to the damaged
power cord.
• Otherwise, it may result in electric
shock or injury.
Major Safety Precautions 1-3
Caution
When unplugging the power plug from the
wall outlet, make sure to hold the power
plug by the plug and not by the cord.
• Failing to do so may result in electric
shock or fire.
Unplug the power plug before cleaning the
product.
• There is a danger of electric shock or
fire.
Connect the power plug to a wall outlet
that can be easily reached.
• When a problem occurs with the
product, you must unplug the power
plug to cut the power off completely.
You cannot cut the power off
completely using only the power button
on the product.
Installation Related
Do not turn the product on or off by plugging or unplugging the power plug. (Do not
use the power plug as a power switch.)
Keep the power cord away from sources of
heat.
Warning
Avoid installing the product in a location
exposed to direct sunlight and installing
the product near a heat source such as a
fire or heater.
• This may shorten the product life cycle
or cause fire.
When installing the product in a cabinet or
shelf, take care so that the front end of the
product is completely supported by the
cabinet or shelf.
• Failing to do so may result in the
product falling and resulting in damage
to the product or injury.
• Make sure to use a cabinet or shelf
suitable to the size of the product.
Keep the power cord away from heaters.
• The coating of the power cord may
melt and cause electric shock or fire.
Avoid installing the product in a badly-ventilated location such as inside a bookshelf
or closet.
• Otherwise, it may result in fire due to
internal overheating.
When installing the product on a console
or shelf, make sure that the front of the
product does not protrude out of the console or shelf.
• Otherwise, this may cause the product
to fall off and result in a malfunction or
injury.
When thunder or lighting occurs, unplug
the power cord.
• Failing to do so may result in electric
shock or fire.
Do not install the product in a location
exposed to dust, moisture (sauna), oil,
smoke or water (rain drops) and do not
install it in a vehicle.
• This may result in electric shock or fire.
1-3 Major Safety Precautions
Do not install the product in areas with
heavy dust.
Caution
Usage Related
Take care not to block the vent with a table
cloth or curtain.
• Otherwise, it may result in fire due to
internal overheating.
When putting the product down, place it
gently.
• Failing to do so may result in a problem
with the product or injury.
Avoid inserting metal objects such as a
chopsticks, coins or hairpins, or inflammable objects into the product (the vents,
ports, etc).
• If water or an alien substance enters
the product, turn the power off, unplug
the power cord and contact a service
center.
• Otherwise, it may result in a problem
with the product, electric shock or fire.
Do not let the product drop while moving it.
• This may result in a problem with the
product or injury.
Do not install the product at a height where
children may reach it.
• If a child touches the product, the
product may fall and this may result in
injury.
Do not let children place objects such as
toys or cookies on the product.
• If a child tries to reach for any of these
objects, the product may fall and cause
harm.
Do not disassemble, or attempt to fix or
modify the product.
• When the product requires repairs,
contact a Service Center.
Avoid using or placing inflammable spray
or objects near the product.
• This may result in an explosion or fire.
Avoid placing a liquid container such as a
vase, flowerpot, beverage, cosmetics or
drugs, or a metal object over the product.
• If water or an alien substance enters
the product, turn the power off, unplug
the power cord and contact a service
center.
• Otherwise, it may result in a problem
with the product, electric shock or fire.
Do not look directly at the light of the lamp
nor project the picture into someone's
eyes.
• This is dangerous, especially for
children.
When you remove batteries from the
remote, be careful that they are not swallowed by children. Keep batteries out of
the reach of children.
• If swallowed, see a doctor immediately.
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Caution
If the product generates a strange noise, a
burning smell, or smoke, unplug the power
plug immediately and contact a service
center.
• Failing to do so may result in electric
shock or fire.
If the power plug pin or jack is exposed to
dust, water or alien substances, clean it
thoroughly.
• There is a danger of electric shock or
fire.
When cleaning the product, disconnect the
power cord and clean the product with a
soft dry cloth.
• Avoid using chemicals such as wax,
benzene, alcohol, thinner, mosquitorepellent, fragrance, lubrication or
cleansing agent when cleaning the
product.
This may result in the exterior being
deformed or the print being removed.
If water or a foreign substance enters the
product, turn the product off, unplug the
power cord from a wall outlet, and contact
a Service Center.
Do not use the product while it indicates a
malfunction, such as no sound or no picture.
• Turn the product off immediately,
unplug the power cord from a wall
outlet, and contact a Service Center.
When a gas leak occurs, do not touch the
product or the power plug and ventilate
immediately.
• A spark may result in an explosion or
fire.
• During a thunder or lighting storm, do
not touch the power cord or antenna
cable
When not using the product for a long
time, such as leaving your home, unplug
the power cord from the wall outlet.
• Otherwise, it may cause dust
accumulation and result in fire caused
by overheating or a short circuit or
result in an electric shock.
If the product is installed in a location
where the operating conditions vary considerably, a serious quality problem may
occur due to the surrounding environment.
In this case, install the product only after
consulting our Call Center.
• Places exposed to microscopic dust,
chemicals, too high or low temperature,
high humidity, such as airports or
stations where the product is
continuously used for a long time etc..
If you drop the product or the case is damaged, turn the power off and unplug the
power cord. Contact a service center.
• Failing to do so may result in fire or
electric shock.
Do not touch the lens on the product.
• This may cause damage to the lens.
Do not touch any outer part of the product
with tools such as a knife or a hammer.
To clean dirt or stains on the front projection lens, use spray or a wet cloth dampened with neutral detergent and water.
Make sure to place your remote control on
a table or desk.
• If you step on the remote control, you
may fall and hurt yourself or the
product may be damaged.
1-3 Major Safety Precautions
Ask a Service Center to clean the interior
of the projector at least once per year.
To avoid burning yourself, do not touch the
vents or lamp cover while operating or
right after turning off the product.
Do not clean the product using water spray
or a wet cloth. Avoid using any chemicals
such as detergents, industrial or automotive polish, abrasive, wax, benzene, alcohol on any plastic part of the product such
as projector case, since this may cause
damage.
Do not open any cover on the product.
• This would prove hazardous because
of high-voltage current inside the
product.
Be careful not to touch the ventilation hole
while the projector is on as hot air comes
out.
Do not place objects vulnerable to heat
near the projector.
Do not use any undesignated battery.
The ventilation hole is hot for some time
though the projector is turned off. Keep
you hands or body off the ventilation hole.
Be careful to keep your body away from
the projector lamp. The lamp is hot.
(Children and those who have sensitive
skin should be more careful.)
Major Safety Precautions 1-3
2 Installation and Connection
2-1 Package Contents
• Unpack the product and check if all of the contents listed below have been included.
• Store the packaging box in case you need to move the product at a later stage.
Projector
CONTENTS
Quick Installation Guide Warranty Card / Registration
Card (Not available in all
locations)
Remote Control / 1 Battery
(CR 2025, Not available in all
locations)
Cleaning Cloth D-Sub Cable
User Manual Power Cord
2-1 Installation and Connection
2-2 Installing the Projector
Install the projector so that the beam from the projector is perpendicular to the screen.
• Place the projector so that the lens aims at the center of the screen. If the screen is not vertical, the picture on the
screen may not appear rectangular.
• Do not install the screen in bright surroundings. If the surroundings are too bright, the picture on the screen will be
washed out and not display clearly.
• When using the projector in bright surroundings, use curtains to block the light.
• You can install the projector in the following locations: Front-Floor / Front-Ceiling / Rear-Floor / Rear-Ceiling. To view
the installation position settings, see below.
To adjust picture when you install the projector behind the screen
Installing behind a semi-transparent screen.
When you install the projector behind a semi-transparent screen,
you can use the menu to adjust the picture so that it displays correctly, depending on where you've located the projector, rearfloor (or low) or rear-ceiling.
1. For rear-floor, press :
Menu > Setup > Install > Rear-Floor
2. For rear-ceiling, press :
Menu > Setup > Install > Rear-Ceiling
To adjust the picture when you install the projector in the front of the screen
Install the projector on the side where you are watching the
screen.
When you install the projector in front of a screen, you can use
the menu to adjust the picture so that it displays correctly,
depending on where you’ve located the projector, front-floor (or
low) or front-ceiling.
1. For front-floor, press :
Menu > Setup > Install > Front-Floor
2. For front-ceiling, press :
Menu > Setup > Install > Front-Ceiling
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2-3 Leveling with Adjustable Feet
To level the projector, turn the Adjustable Feet of the projector.
The projector can be adjusted to a height of up to 30 mm (about 12 °) from the reference point.
Depending on the position of the projector, Keystone distortion of the image may appear.
If <Auto Keystone> is set to <On>, any keystone will be automatically adjusted. If fine tuning is required after autoadjustment, tune using the <V-Keystone>.
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2-4 Zoom and Focus Adjustment
Zoom Knob : You can adjust the size of the image within the
zoom range by manipulating the Zoom Knob.
Focus Ring : Focus the picture on the screen using the Focus
Ring.
The size of your screen determines the distance you set your projector from the screen.
If you do not install your projector at the projection distance specified in the Screen Size and Projection Distance table on
the next page, you will not be able to adjust the focus correctly.
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2-5 Screen Size and Projection Distance
A. Screen / Z. Throw Distance / Y’. Distance from Lens Center to Image Bottom
Install the projector on a flat, even surface and level the projector using the adjustable feet to obtain optimal picture quality. If
images are not clear, adjust them using the Zoom Knob or Focus Ring, or move the projector forward and backward.
SCREEN SIZE THROW DISTANCE OFFSET
M (DIAGONAL) X (HORIZONTAL) Y (VERTICAL) Z (TELE) Z (WIDE) Y'
INCHES CM INCHES CM INCHES CM INCHES CM INCHES CM INCHES CM
40 101.6 32 81.3 24 61.0 54.2 137.6 44.9 114.0 4.0 10.2
50 127.0 40 101.6 30 76.2 68.0 172.7 56.4 143.3 5.0 12.7
60 152.4 48 121.9 36 91.4 81.8 207.8 68.0 172.6 6.0 15.2
70 177.8 56 142.2 42 106.7 95.7 243.0 79.5 202.0 7.0 17.8
80 203.2 64 162.6 48 121.9 109.5 278.1 91.1 231.3 8.0 20.3
90 228.6 72 182.9 54 137.2 123.4 313.3 102.6 260.6 9.0 22.9
100 254.0 80 203.2 60 152.4 137.2 348.4 114.1 289.9 10.0 25.4
110 279.4 88 223.5 66 167.6 151.0 383.5 125.7 319.2 11.0 27.9
120 304.8 96 243.8 72 182.9 164.8 418.7 137.2 348.5 12.0 30.5
130 330.2 104 264.2 78 198.1 178.7 453.8 148.7 377.8 13.0 33.0
140 355.6 112 284.5 84 213.4 192.5 488.9 160.3 407.1 14.0 35.6
150 381.0 120 304.8 90 228.6 206.3 524.1 171.8 436.4 15.0 38.1
160 406.4 128 325.1 96 243.8 220.2 559.2 183.4 465.7 16.0 40.6
170 431.8 136 345.4 102 259.1 234.0 594.4 194.9 495.0 17.0 43.2
180 457.2 144 365.8 108 274.3 247.8 629.5 206.4 524.3 18.0 45.7
190 482.6 152 386.1 114 289.6 261.7 664.6 218.0 553.6 19.0 48.3
200 508.0 160 406.4 120 304.8 275.5 699.8 229.5 582.9 20.0 50.8
210 533.4 168 426.7 126 320.0 289.3 734.9 241.0 612.2 21.0 53.3
220 558.8 176 447.0 132 335.3 303.2 770.1 252.6 641.5 22.0 55.9
230 584.2 184 467.4 138 350.5 317.0 805.2 264.1 670.8 23.0 58.4
240 609.6 192 487.7 144 365.8 330.8 840.3 275.6 700.1 24.0 61.0
250 635.0 200 508.0 150 381.0 344.7 875.5 287.2 729.4 25.0 63.5
260 660.4 208 528.3 156 396.2 358.5 910.6 298.7 758.7 26.0 66.0
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SCREEN SIZE THROW DISTANCE OFFSET
M (DIAGONAL) X (HORIZONTAL) Y (VERTICAL) Z (TELE) Z (WIDE) Y'
INCHES CM INCHES CM INCHES CM INCHES CM INCHES CM INCHES CM
270 685.8 216 548.6 162 411.5 372.3 945.7 310.2 788.0 27.0 68.6
280 711.2 224 569.0 168 426.7 386.2 980.9 321.8 817.3 28.0 71.1
290 736.6 232 589.3 174 442.0 400.0 1016.0 333.3 846.6 29.0 73.7
300 762.0 240 609.6 180 457.2 413.9 1051.2 344.9 875.9 30.0 76.2
This projector is designed to show images optimally on a 80 ~ 120 inch sized screen.
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2-6 Lamp Replacement
Cautions on Lamp Replacement
• The projector lamp is an expendable item. For best operating performance, replace the lamp according to the usage time.
You can view the lamp usage time in the Information Display (INFO button).
• Use the recommended lamp when replacing. Replace the lamp with the one specified below.
- Lamp Model Name : NSHA230SS
- Lamp Manufacturer : Ushio
- For inquiries on lamp purchase, please refer to 'Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE'.
• Check that the power cord is unplugged before replacing the lamp.
• Because the lamp is a high temperature and high voltage product, wait at least one hour from the time you disconnect the
power cord before replacing the lamp.
• The lamp is located on the left side of the projector (when looking from the front).
• Do not leave the old lamp near inflammables or in reach of children. There is a danger of burn or injury.
• Remove dirt or foreign material around or inside the lamp unit using a proper vacuum device.
• When handling the lamp, avoid touching any part of it except for the handles. If you handle the lamp incorrectly, you can
shorten the lamp’s lifetime and affect picture quality.
• When you turn the projector over to change the lamp, put the projector on a soft cloth on a flat surface.
• The projector has been designed so that the projector does not work if the lamp cover is not completely assembled after a
lamp replacement. If the projector does not work properly, please check the operating status of the indicator LED.
Lamp contains Mercury. Dispose According to Local, State or Federal Laws.
Lamp Replacement Procedure
Since the lamp is a high temperature and high voltage product, wait at least one hour from the time that the power cord is
disconnected before replacing it.
The lamp is located on the left side of the projector (when looking from the front).
1. Remove the screw shown in the figure below and than open the cover.
2. Remove the two (2) screws shown in the figure below.
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3. Hold and pull the lamp handle out of the projector, as shown in the figure below.
Assemble a new lamp in the reverse order of disassembly.
Replacing and Cleaning the Filter
Precautions when replacing the projector filter:
• The filter is located at the bottom of the projector.
• Turn off the power of the projector, and then disconnect the power cord after the projector has cooled sufficiently.
Otherwise, its parts may be damaged due to internal heat.
• When you replace the filter, you may release some dust.
• For inquiries on filter purchase, please refer to 'Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE'.
The sequence for replacing or cleaning the filter of the projector.
1. Turn off the power of the projector, and then disconnect the power cord after the projector has cooled sufficiently.
2. Turn the projector over so that its bottom points upward, and then push and remove the filter cover in the direction of the
arrow.
* When placing the projector with the bottom facing up, make sure to place a soft cloth under the projector to prevent
scratches.
3. Replace or clean the filter.
• When cleaning the filter, use a small vacuum cleaner designed for computers and small electronics products, or wash it under
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running water.
• After washing the filter under running water, make sure to dry it completely. The moisture may cause the filter to corrode.
• If dust cannot be separated from the filter or the filter is torn, it must be replaced.
• Make sure to select the Reset Filter Time option after replacing or cleaning the filter of the projector
Ventilation openings
The location of the ventilation openings:
• The ventilation openings are located on the right and left sides and at the bottom of the projector.
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